International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon

Last inspected:

1270 E Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511
Overview

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon has operated under significant compliance pressure, with 26 inspections yielding 194 violations over the data period—averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, well above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on August 6, 2025 for fly activity. High-priority violations have been persistent and varied: hand washing violations appeared in 6 separate inspections, chemical storage violations in 5 inspections, time-temperature control violations in 4 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in 3 inspections. Management awareness failures (critical deficiencies in oversight and employee training) were documented in at least 2 high-priority citations. The facility received one disciplinary action with $400 in fines. Fire safety violations included improper hood suppression system installation (2020) and blocked emergency exit paths (2015). The most recent inspection on October 6, 2025 was completed with no further action, though it documented 9 violations including additional hand washing, shell stock, and toxic substance control violations.

Most recent closure: August 6, 2025 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
194Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 7.5 violations / inspection 7.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 15:52:00

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2025062104 $400.00 Aug 6, 2025 Fort Lauderdale

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only Hood system not operating at time of complaint inspection.
— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Empty boxes and garbage pail

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions

When was International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon last inspected?
International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon last shut down?
International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon was last shut down on August 6, 2025 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon?
The most frequently cited violations at International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon are: Shell stock requirements, Time as control, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon had?
International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon find?
International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon was most recently inspected on October 6, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon ever been shut down?
Yes, International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
Has International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon had any fire safety violations?
Yes, International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon been fined?
International House of Pancakes 36-174 in Brandon has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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